# 5 bedroom apartment for sale (WA15 0DD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Broad Lane, Hale, WA15, WA15 0DD | | Price | £1,250,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | H | ## Description An exceptional apartment offering over 3,900 sq ft of living space. Description No. 1 Ruskin Lodge is an exceptional apartment offering one of the largest footprints to come to market in Hale in recent years. Extending to approximately 3,900 sq ft, this unique residence combines scale, elegance, and versatility in a prime location. Originally configured from two separate apartments, the property was thoughtfully designed for the original owner at the time of construction, resulting in a home of remarkable proportions and flow. While the apartment would benefit from cosmetic updating, it offers exciting potential to either enhance a single, grand residence or reconfigure back into two separate apartments (subject to necessary consents). Gardens Ruskin Lodge stands on a large corner plot providing large communal grounds for the apartments, there is a gated entrance providing access to the undercroft parking area with allocated spaces and access to the storage facility. Immediately to the right as you enter the development there is a visitor parking area and bin store. Key Features • Grand Reception Hall A spacious and welcoming entrance sets the tone, leading directly into the principal living areas. • Elegant Living Spaces A substantial living room and formal dining room enjoy views over the landscaped rear gardens—ideal for entertaining or relaxing in style. • Well-Appointed Kitchen A generous breakfast kitchen is complemented by a walk-in pantry and separate utility room. • Additional Living Accommodation Includes a dedicated study and guest WC, offering flexibility for home working or quiet retreat. • Principal Suite A luxurious master bedroom with en suite bathroom and dressing room. • Four further Bedrooms Including two further bedrooms with en suite facilities, ideal for family living or hosting guests. • Ample forecourt parking • Secure underground car park • Dedicated storage facilities Share of Freehold Council Tax Band H Service Charge Approx £1,000 pcm ## Property Photos - ![Ruskin Lodge](/listings/photos/168266150/63863) - Ruskin Lodge - ![Communal Hall](/listings/photos/168266150/63864) - Communal Hall - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/168266150/63865) - Hallway - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/168266150/63866) - Living Room - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/168266150/63867) - Dining Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/168266150/63868) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/168266150/63869) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/168266150/63870) - Kitchen - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168266150/63871) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168266150/63872) - Bedroom - ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/168266150/63873) - Shower Room - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168266150/63874) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/168266150/63875) - Bedroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/168266150/63876) - Bathroom - ![Dressing Room](/listings/photos/168266150/63877) - Dressing Room - ![Communal Hall](/listings/photos/168266150/63878) - Communal Hall - ![Communal Gardens](/listings/photos/168266150/63879) - Communal Gardens - ![Driveway](/listings/photos/168266150/63880) - Driveway - ![Ruskin Lodge](/listings/photos/168266150/63881) - Ruskin Lodge ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/168266150/63882) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/168266150/63883) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] RUSKIN LODGE, 2 APARTMENT 3 BROAD LANE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 0DD | £1,200,000 | 31/10/2023 | Flat | | HALE CARR, 10 FLAT 4 DELAHAYS DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 8DP | £450,000 | 28/10/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] RIDGEWAY, 10 FLAT 4 BROAD LANE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 0DD | £785,000 | 03/10/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] EDGEMOOR, 14 FLAT 2 BROAD LANE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 0DD | £1,750,000 | 23/12/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] ROWCHESTER, 12 APARTMENT 2 BROAD LANE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 0DD | £2,650,000 | 07/10/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £1,596,250 (4 sales) **Area average:** £450,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £205,290 (17 Flat, WA15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +508.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,223/mo - **Realistic:** £1,359/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,495/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for North Cumbria (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £738/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.11% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £169,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £135,900 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -20.4% - **10y growth:** -13.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -3.6% - **5y growth (index):** 6.8% - **10y growth (index):** 40.9% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)